Needs Improvement
#8382 of 8,552 schools in TX
Plummer Middle
Middle School · ALDINE ISD
11429 SPEARS GEARS RD, Houston, TX 77067
Enrollment
860
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
2.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
860
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
2.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,382 of 8,552
In Houston
#705 of 723
public schools
In district
#69 of 77
ALDINE ISD
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About Plummer Middle
Plummer Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of ALDINE ISD. Plummer Middle serves approximately 860 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Plummer Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,382 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Plummer Middle show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Plummer Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Plummer Middle — Students at Plummer Middle score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.
How Plummer Middle Compares
See how Plummer Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
11429 SPEARS GEARS RD, Houston, TX 77067
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plummer Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SPRING LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA SPEARS COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARMONY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY-HOUSTON (rated 6.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SPENCE EL Houston | 0.1 mi | 2.0 |
| DAVIS H S ALDINE Houston | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| IDEA SPEARS ACADEMY Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| IDEA SPEARS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| HERITAGE EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| CLARK EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| JOAN LINK EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| SPRING LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Houston | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| SAMMONS EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF ADVANCEMENT-HOUSTON Houston | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| CRANBROOK LEARNING CONNECTION Houston | 2.1 mi | — |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF ENRICHMENT - HOUSTON Houston | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| GRAY EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY-HOUSTON Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ETERNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| HOYLAND EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| CONLEY EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| STELLE CLAUGHTON MIDDLE Houston | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| STEHLIK EL Houston | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| DELORAS E THOMPSON EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,278
Median Home Value
$174,600
Median Rent
$1,138/mo
Population
31,800
College Educated
12.2%
Homeownership
44.2%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
32
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| NEFF MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 2.8 |
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| VINCENT MIDDLE Beaumont, TX | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plummer Middle
What grades does Plummer Middle serve?
Plummer Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Plummer Middle?
Plummer Middle has an enrollment of approximately 860 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plummer Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Plummer Middle is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Plummer Middle rank in TX?
Plummer Middle ranks #8,382 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Plummer Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Plummer Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Plummer Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Plummer Middle has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Plummer Middle a charter school?
No, Plummer Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Plummer Middle a Title I school?
No, Plummer Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plummer Middle?
93.3% of students at Plummer Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 860
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.4%
- Phone
- (281) 539-4000
Resources & Links
District
ALDINE ISD- District Enrollment
- 57,844
- Schools in District
- 80
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,268
- District Rank
- #69 of 77
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